Black Barathea Wool Prince Charlie Jacket & Waistcoat

Tradition – Elegance – Quality ( This is Barathea )

Barathea wool fabric is renowned for its exceptional quality, understated elegance, and long-standing history in fine tailoring. Originating in the 19th century, barathea became a preferred cloth for formal jackets due to its refined appearance and dignified character. Its distinctive pebbled surface is created through a complex twill weave, giving the fabric depth without excessive shine. Traditionally woven from high-quality worsted wool, barathea offers a smooth hand feel combined with impressive durability. This balance makes it ideal for jackets that are meant to be worn frequently while maintaining a polished look. The fabric drapes beautifully, enhancing the structure and silhouette of tailored garments. Barathea is also valued for its resistance to creasing, a key factor in formal and ceremonial wear. Historically, it has been used in military dress uniforms, evening jackets, and classic black formalwear, reinforcing its association with authority and refinement. Its subtle texture conveys luxury in a restrained manner, appealing to those who appreciate quiet sophistication. When used in jackets, barathea wool represents a timeless fusion of heritage craftsmanship, elegance, and lasting performance.

Celtic Attire offers Black, Charcoal Gray and Navy in Barathea. We do make Argyll, Prince Charlie, Sherrifmuir, Kenmore and Montorse Jackets in Barathea. When you buy Barathea Jacket from us, it’s always a made to measures jacket. A size chart is also given for your reference, but please be sure that you can ask for any measurements change or even a whole new body pattern being made free of cost for you. If you prefer, our sizing experts can take your measurements on a video call so we can assure a quality fit with elagant stitch all the time.

The classic Prince Charlie jacket and waistcoat is traditional formal attire for events such as weddings, dinners, balls, or parties. It is normally worn with an 8 yard kilt, but can also be worn with tartan trews – black is the most popular because it can be worn with any kilt regardless of what colours make up the tartan.

Prince Charlie jackets and waistcoats are hip length so they cover the top of the kilt. This product is made from 15 ounce barathea wool, and features braided epaulettes, satin lapels and square silver (nickel plated) jacket buttons.

Though the jacket has 3 buttons on each side down the front, these are never fastened. There are also three buttons on each jacket cuff and another eight on the short tails down the back.

Also comes with a black 3 button, single breasted waistcoat, which is made from 100% new wool and includes satin lapels and back. Both the jacket and waistcoat are dry clean only.

The Prince Charlie is traditionally worn with off-white socks, ghillie brogues, a full dress sporran, and a bow tie (or ruche tie depending on your preference). When wearing your waistcoat with your Prince Charlie, you normally do not wear a kilt belt as the belt and buckle are not visible.

Though named for the famous Jacobite leader, Prince Charlie jackets did not come into common usage until the 19th century, after the tartan revival initiated by Sir Walter Scott.

Made of Premium Grade 15 Oz Barathea Wool
Quality Brass Silver Buttons
Heavy Silk Lining
Made to Measure Only

Measurement Guide:

Never Measure your sizing yourself. The best practice to know your sizes is to get help of professional tailor. Please choose the size only after measuring, if need any assistance feel good to contact us anytime.